Bengaluru Central Prison inmates get bakery training and jobs pathway
Bangalore Central BJP MP lobs Rs 5500-crore question; citizens say area has party MLA for 18 years
Long commutes take toll on childhood
Bagalkot DHO suspended over daughter Ankita Yaragals alleged fraud
46 stone quarry operators fined Rs 26.1 crore for mining licence violations
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Bhadra water finally flows, bringing relief to parched fields
Declare Karnataka drought-hit: Farmers take protest to DCs office
Protocol lapse lands Bidar DHO, THO in suspension
Amit Shah to inaugurate Bireshwar co-op HQ in Examba today
Drought relief for Koppal farmers as loan repayment gets 1-year breather
KLE College NCC cadet wins gold at GV Mavlankar natl shooting tourney
Belagavi tech meet to shine spotlight on AI, DeepTech and Cybersecurity
Kannada groups press for Pro-Karnataka resolution in BCC agenda
National Lok Adalat in Ballari courts
BDCC Bank seeks govt nod for 140-post recruitment drive
Power outage complaints pour in from across State
With southern States in the same boat, Karnataka turns to Assam for power
State procures 100MW of power daily under the One Nation, One Grid, One Frequency system
Nava Sankalpa Bakery and Bakery on Wheels launched at Bengaluru central prison
The programme aims at generating additional revenue for govt. through the sale of bakery products while helping inmates prepare for life after their release
After viral gridlock, Whitefield traffic police and residents take up temporary road repairs
After viral gridlock, Whitefield traffic police and residents take up temporary road repairs
Karnataka govt. approves sustainable data centre to address AIs environmental footprint
The revised data centre policy envisages sustainable data centre development, with emphasis on renewable energy adoption, energy efficiency, advanced cooling, water management, carbon emission mitigation, and monitoring of power usage effectiveness and water usage effectiveness.
A Division Bench upholds single judges order refusing to entertain petition filed 38 years after Land Tribunal granted occupancy right over land to private individuals
JD(S) leader Hunasimarad seeks detailed probe into bribe case
Case registered against six for sexual harassment of married woman
45% rainfall deficit puts Dharwad on water conservation alert
A 45% rainfall deficit in Dharwad district this monsoon has prompted the district administration to step up measures to conserve water and appeal to the public to use the available resources judiciously.
Cabinet approves development of 12 islands in coastal Karnataka as tourism destinations on PPP model
The islands will be leased to private partners for 30 years for development and operation on a DBFOT mode
Karnataka govt to seek public opinion on renaming Dakshina Kannada district
Karnataka CM announced that the Cabinet will issue a notice for opinions and objections regarding renaming Dakshina Kannada district to Mangaluru
Karnataka grants Tulu additional administrative language status in two coastal districts
The decision comes after years of efforts and appeals, including a report submitted in 2023, followed by reviews by panels examining the procedural framework
Karnataka approves Marine Biotechnology Policy
It will unlock the economic potential of the States marine and coastal resources and position it state as a leading hub for marine biotechnology and the blue bio-economy
Bengaluru horror: Man strangles wife, burns her face with hot oil for not answering his call
PG dental courses: Second round of counselling to begin on September 19
Bihar man held on charge of murdering wife in Bengaluru
State govt. approves separate tourism policy for Coastal, Malnad Karnataka
Policy proposes to accord industry status to tourism, exemption from payment of property tax and treat tourism projects as infrastructure projects
DKS To Take Cabinet Beyond Bengaluru, Plans 10-12 Meetings Across State
We will go all over the state. We want to see the entire state: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar
Karnataka Cabinet approves Sustainable Data Centre Policy with an outlay of 1,300 crore
Apart from the expansion of data centres, the policy gives thrust on efficient use of resources such as electricity and water, renewable energy, green technologies
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Central agricultural team evaluates pulse demonstration plots, seed production in Yadgir district
Marathon to spread awareness on AIDS in Shivamogga
CSIR-CFTRI inaugurates integrated oilseed processing unit
CM in Sakleshpur on September 20
Scientific paper on genetic make up of Kodavas published
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BJP protests in Shikaripura; accuses Karnataka government of neglecting farmers
Digital Desk | Shivamogga (Karnataka), Sep 18 (IANS) The BJP staged a protest in Shikaripura town in Shivamogga district against what it alleged were the Karnataka governments anti-farmer policies. BJP State President, B.Y. Vijayendra, accused the government of failing to understand and address the problems faced by farmers in the state. Addressing the protest, Vijayendra claimed the agitation was aimed at warning the government about the hardships faced by farmers and demanding that it take steps to resolve their problems. Referring to the problems faced by farmers living along forest fringes in the context of the Gadgil and Kasturirangan committee reports, Vijayendra said it could not be accepted that these committees were constituted only on the basis of orders from the High Court or Supreme Court of any state. He said the Gadgil and Kasturirangan committees were constituted during the tenure of the previous Congress-led UPA government. As a result of the impact of these reports, farmers living in forest-fringe areas are now forced to come onto the streets and protest, he alleged. Mr. Madhu Bangarappa (Minister for Education and Literacy), if you want to launch a protest, you must first understand your responsibility as a minister of the state government, Vijayendra said. Vijayendra alleged that the government had failed to seriously address irrigation problems faced by farmers in Shikaripura and surrounding areas. The Chief Minister does not even have the time to understand the problems of farmers. The government, which should respond to their hardships and find solutions, is ignoring their problems, Vijayendra alleged. He also questioned the governments achievements in addressing the basic needs of poor and vulnerable sections of society. Referring to the period since the Congress came to power, Vijayendra said the government had spoken extensively about its guarantee schemes but questioned what it had achieved in providing basic assistance to poor people. In the last three-and-a-half years, the government has not been able to provide a house to a single poor person. It has not been able to provide a single Ganga Kalyana scheme. The government is also not coming forward to provide pensions to eligible persons with disabilities, Vijayendra alleged. He criticised the government for allegedly focusing on political announcements instead of addressing the real problems faced by people. Vijayendra praised the discipline and fighting spirit displayed by BJP workers and farmers at the protest. For the last three-and-a-half hours, not a single worker has got up from their chair. This is the quality of the soil of Shikaripura; this is the spirit of struggle, he said. He said the people of Shikaripura and BJP workers had the strength to continue fighting for farmers and the common people. It can be noted that Vijayendra represents Shikaripura Assembly segment. Earlier, the constituency was represented by his father, former chief minister B.S. Yediyurappa. Vijayendra expressed confidence that a BJP-led NDA government would come to power in Karnataka in the future. He recalled the development undertaken in Shikaripura during the tenure of former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and said the people had witnessed that period of development. Nobody can stop us from bringing back good days when development works will once again be carried out in Shivamogga district and Shikaripura in the same manner, he said.
Karnataka Gives 'Tulu' Official Status, Will Rename Dakshina Kannada
Addressing the media with Cabinet colleagues, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet had unanimously decided to recognise Tulu as an additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) and Udupi districts.
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Karnataka approves data centre, marine biotech policies
Karnataka has approved new policies for data centres and marine biotechnology sectors. These initiatives aim to attract significant investment and expand economic activity statewide. The data centre policy targets one gigawatt of IT load by 2031. Marine biotechnology seeks to grow the blue bioeconomy to eight billion dollars by 2031. Both policies will foster infrastructure development and create numerous job opportunities.
Karnataka Government Approves Marine Biotechnology Policy and Blue Economy Institute in Udupi
The Karnataka government launches a marine biotechnology policy and plans to develop 12 islands for eco-tourism. Karnataka Government Approves Marine Biotechnology Policy and Blue Economy Institute in Udupi
Karnataka Cabinet Recognises Tulu as Second Additional Administrative Language
Karnataka recognises Tulu for administration in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi after decades of demands.
Karnataka cabinet gives Tulu official language status
Digital Desk | Mangaluru, Sep 18 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Friday announced Tulu as the states second additional administrative language alongside Kannada, began the process of renaming Dakshina Kannada district as Mangaluru district, and approved development projects worth Rs 32,611 crore for the coastal region. The Cabinet took these decisions at a special historic meeting held in Mangaluru. Addressing the media with Cabinet colleagues, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet had unanimously decided to recognise Tulu as an additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) and Udupi districts. He noted that the decision followed a long-standing demand from Tulu-speaking people, organisations, and public representatives for official recognition of the language. Tulu is spoken prominently in the coastal districts. We will not discuss why the previous government did not take this decision. We will not do politics based on emotions, Shivakumar said, adding that the government was committed to strengthening peoples social and economic power rather than indulging in emotional politics. He explained that society cannot be built on emotions alone, and the government would focus on empowering people socially and economically. He also said that, if necessary, the Cabinet would consider the economic and legal framework and hold meetings in the coming days to address issues requiring attention. This is Team Karnataka. The Cabinet is with you, Shivakumar said, announcing that Tulu would be declared the states second additional administrative language, limited to Udupi and Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) districts. The Chief Minister recalled that former minister Ramanath Rai first raised the demand to declare Tulu as the second additional language. He said MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and several other elected representatives had jointly exerted pressure for the demand. Shivakumar congratulated everyone who worked to get Tulu recognised. Explaining the sentiments of the people in the region, Shivakumar said that the first question Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai raised in the Assembly after becoming an MLA was related to the Tulu language. I was surprised. His first sentiment was for the language. Today, he has secured approval for a Rs 500-crore medical college, but that is a different matter, he added. The Cabinet also decided to initiate the process of changing the name of Dakshina Kannada district to Mangaluru district. Shivakumar said the government would issue a draft notification and invite public opinion and objections for one month before taking a final decision. People recognise Mangaluru at the international level. People have expressed their wish in this regard. We have to follow the prescribed procedure and take the opinion of the people, he said. On coastal development, Shivakumar said the Cabinet approved projects worth Rs 32,611 crore, including Rs 16,000 crore for rural development projects. The Cabinet also approved the development of 12 islands in Mangaluru, Udupi, and Karwar districts to transform the coastal region into a global tourism hub. He said the government was seeking to utilise the regions coastline, cultural heritage, and natural resources to promote tourism and generate employment. A new Coastal and Malnad Karnataka Tourism Policy was also approved, which will treat tourism projects as infrastructure projects and provide greater support to investors, including extended loan repayment periods. The region will establish a Fisheries and Blue Economy University, and the existing fisheries college intake will increase from 60 to 200 seats. The Cabinet has also approved establishing a medical college in Puttur for Rs 549 crore. The Chief Minister said it was welcome that the Cabinet meeting was held in Mangaluru for the first time outside Bengaluru. Responding to a journalists question on whether Cabinet meetings would also be held in other districts, he said the government intends to hold meetings at 10 to 12 locations over the next 15 months. Cabinet meetings will be held wherever there is the capacity and a need, he said, adding that the governments goal is to build an integrated and prosperous Karnataka.
Karnataka Cabinet clears Rs 151 crore for ballot boxes, webcasting of panchayat polls
The Karnataka Cabinet approved funds for ballot boxes and live webcasting for upcoming panchayat elections. This decision signals a move away from electronic voting machines for rural local body polls. The government has amended the Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj Act to allow for paper ballot voting. Elections to gram, taluk, and zilla panchayats are expected to be held by December.
Weather tomorrow September 19: IMD has forecast active weather conditions across several parts of India from September 19, with significant rainfall expected over northwest, central, east, west and southern India. The southwest monsoon is also likely to begin withdrawing from some parts of West Rajasthan around September 19. Several regions may experience thunderstorms, lightning and strong gusty winds. The IMD has also issued a warning for fishermen due to rough sea conditions over parts of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
Karnataka BJP Criticizes FIR Against Journalist Over Controversial Ganesh Visarjan Comments
Karnataka BJP leader R. Ashok condemns FIR against a journalist for reporting on a police inspectors controversial remarks during Ganesh Visarjan. Karnataka BJP Criticizes FIR Against Journalist Over Controversial Ganesh Visarjan Comments
HC annuls teachers marriage, finds consent was obtained through coercion
Karnataka Cabinet Recognise Tulu As State's Second Official Language
DK Shivakumar said the state government would bring out a separate tourism policy for coastal Karnataka given its long coastline, rich cultural tradition, religious and heritage sites
Congress Leader Claims Votes Depend Solely on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar
K.N. Rajanna asserts that the Congress partys success hinges on D.K. Shivakumars leadership in Karnataka. Congress Leader Claims Votes Depend Solely on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar
Karnataka accords second official language status to Tulu language
Draft notification inviting objections/ suggestions to rename Dakshina Kannada district as Mangaluru district to also be issued.
CM, Ministers Receive Traditional Poornakumbha Welcome at Praja Soudha
CM, Ministers Receive Traditional Poornakumbha Welcome at Praja Soudha Mangaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and members of his Cabinet received a traditional coastal Karnataka Poornakumbha welcome upon their arrival at Praja Soudha in Padil, Mangaluru, for the State Cabinet meeting. Before the Cabinet meeting, Shivakumar and his ministerial colleagues visited the historic Kadri Manjunath Temple [] The post CM, Ministers Receive Traditional Poornakumbha Welcome at Praja Soudha appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bengaluru (Karnataka) / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 18: Indeed today announced the return of FutureWorks to India in both Bengaluru and Mumbai. FutureWorks, brings together global HR leaders, recruiters, and talent acquisition professionals to discuss labour economics, workplace technology, and modern hiring strategies. The exclusive leadership forum will take place in Bengaluru on 2 December 2026, followed by Mumbai on 18 February 2027, featuring voices including Swiggy's Rohit Kapoor, World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand and actor and writer Kalki Koechlin.
Sahyadri College launches ACIC to support startups in Coastal Karnataka
Sahyadri College launches ACIC Sahyadri to support grassroots innovators, entrepreneurs and startups across Coastal Karnataka.
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Only Shivakumar can bring all votes now: Siddaramaiah loyalist Rajanna takes swipe at Karnataka CM
Digital Desk | Tumakuru (Karnataka), Sep 18 (IANS) Former minister and Congress MLA, K.N. Rajanna, a close associate of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, on Friday made a sarcastic remark that votes would now come to the party only because of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, drawing a comparison between the two leaders and their respective communities. Responding to a question from the media in Tumakuru, Rajanna said, No votes will come from Siddaramaiah now. All votes will come to the party only from Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. He said if Shivakumar was made Chief Minister, it could be argued that votes from the Vokkaliga community, from which he hails, would come to the Congress in the same manner as votes from the Kuruba community were presumed to have supported the party when Siddaramaiah was Chief Minister. When Siddaramaiah was the Chief Minister, all votes from the Kuruba community, from which he hails, came to the Congress. Likewise, when Shivakumar is made Chief Minister, will Vokkaligas vote for the Congress en masse? Rajanna asked. He said Shivakumar had been made Chief Minister on the grounds that he was a powerful leader representing the Vokkaliga community, but whether people would support him would ultimately be decided by voters in the election. Whether people will support him or not will be known in the election. The people will decide, and then we will see, he said. Rajanna also defended Siddaramaiah's standing within the Congress and said he remained an unquestionable leader of the Ahinda community. Siddaramaiah is an unquestionable leader of the Ahinda class. He had tried to make me the president of Apex Bank, but his attempts did not bear fruit. Just because of this, if anyone says that his words are not valued in the government, that is wrong, he said. Rajanna said he had not suffered any setback over the issue and maintained that delimitation of constituencies would take place. He further said he intended to contest the Lok Sabha elections in the future. In the Madhugiri sub-division, one constituency will be formed after delimitation. I will contest from there, Rajanna said. On the other hand, responding to former minister Rajannas earlier statement that weakening Siddaramaiah would weaken the Congress, Minister for Municipal Administration H.C. Balakrishna, a close associate of Shivakumar said the party would be weakened if any of its key leaders, including AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar or Siddaramaiah, were weakened.
Karnataka Minister Defends Removal of Siddaramaiah Statue, Dismisses Political Motives
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First time in India: Open top bus takes ministers in a procession to Cabinet meeting in Mangaluru
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Stone Pelting At Ganesh Idol Procession, Mosque In Karnataka's Bhatkal Sparks Tension
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Karnataka Cabinet Holds First-Ever Meeting in Mangaluru
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No political angle in removal of Siddaramaiah statue: Karnataka Minister Ajay Singh
Digital Desk | Mangaluru (Karnataka), Sept 18 (IANS) Minister for Minor Irrigation, Ajay Singh, on Friday said the removal of a nine-foot statue of former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Kalaburagi was carried out as the statue had been installed without the required permission, and there was no political angle to the development. It can be noted that another statue of Siddaramaiah installed at the same location around three years ago had been removed as well by the authorities at that time. Minister Ajay Singh hails from Kalaburagi district and he is the son of former chief minister N. Dharam Singh. Speaking to reporters, Ajay Singh said, There are rules for installing any statue. The Siddaramaiah statue was removed for this reason. There is no connection between Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumars visit to Kalaburagi and the removal of the statue. He said Shivakumar had repeatedly maintained that Siddaramaiah was their leader and dismissed speculation linking the statue's removal to the Chief Minister's visit. Ajay Singh also said neither Siddaramaiah nor Shivakumar knew about the installation of the statue. There is no confusion regarding this matter. The statue was installed without permission and was removed as per the rules, he said. It can be noted that a nine-foot statue of Siddaramaiah was installed overnight at High Court Circle in Kalaburagi by his supporters. The Kalaburagi City Corporation subsequently removed the statue on Thursday amid tight police security after officials found that the required permission had not been obtained from the district administration or the city corporation. According to officials, around eight to 10 people, including members of the Kuruba community, were involved in installing the statue. The group had reportedly been demanding that High Court Circle be named after Siddaramaiah. The same group had reportedly installed a Siddaramaiah statue at the location around three years ago. Authorities had removed it at that time as well. The latest installation took place along the route taken by Shivakumar during his visit to Kalaburagi and his onward journey to the Ganagapura temple, leading to speculation over the timing of the move. However, officials maintained that the statue was removed solely because it had been installed without the necessary permission. Police were deployed at the spot during the removal to prevent any law-and-order issues.
SKA London Celebrates Monthi Fest with Faith, Tradition and Community Spirit
SKA London Celebrates Monthi Fest with Faith, Tradition and Community Spirit London: South Kanara Association (SKA) London celebrated its traditional Monthi Fest with faith, devotion, and cultural spirit at Alperton Community School, Stanley Avenue, London, bringing together families and community members to celebrate Mangalorean heritage and traditions. The celebrations began with a family photo session [] The post SKA London Celebrates Monthi Fest with Faith, Tradition and Community Spirit appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
The Enduring Charm Of Anant Nag
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People's lives more important than politics: Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Digital Desk | Mangaluru (Karnataka), Sept 18 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, on Friday said that the government considers people's lives more important than politics and urged leaders of all political parties not to panic about the government's approach. Speaking to the media near the Circuit House in Mangaluru ahead of the Cabinet meeting in the coastal city of Mangaluru, CM Shivakumar said the government would work keeping in mind the concerns and aspirations of the people. We will do politics on people's lives and issues, but not on people's emotions. Our government will work according to everyone's thinking and concerns, he said. He also said that there was no need for leaders of any political party to be apprehensive about the government's approach. During his visit to Mangaluru, Shivakumar said he visited the house where Mahatma Gandhi had stayed and had breakfast there. I went to the house where Mahatma Gandhi had stayed and had breakfast there. I had Mangaluru buns and dosa. I will go wherever the district ministers take me, he said. CM Shivakumar also interacted with social media influencers at a popular restaurant in Mangaluru over breakfast. After the Cabinet meeting, CM Shivakumar will address a press conference along with his Cabinet colleagues at the Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner's Office. CM Shivakumar had said the Karnataka government was planning to give a new direction to the coastal and Malnad regions by making effective use of the human resources and natural resources available in these areas. He said, The coastal region has a coastline stretching for 340 kms. We need to make proper use of this and give a new direction to the development of the region. We must create opportunities in the coastal and Malnad regions that can prevent people from migrating elsewhere. He said the coastal and Malnad regions have some of the most educated, aware and talented human resources in Karnataka. There is a need to provide opportunities and empower this human capital locally, he said, adding that the region was second to none. People from the coastal region have been raising several demands over the past 3040 years. Elected representatives, party leaders, BJP MLAs and MPs have also expressed their views and put forward their demands on the issue. They have expressed the expectation that if we do not support them, then who else will? I have taken note of many of their demands, Shivakumar said. He said all these issues would be discussed at the special Cabinet meeting scheduled to be held on Friday, and the decisions taken by the government would be announced subsequently.
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BMTC workers oppose private drivers for 4,500 new e-buses
Bengaluru: The Karnataka governments approval for 4,500 new electric buses for BMTC under the Centres PM E-DRIVE scheme has opened a fresh dispute over who should operate the vehicles, with the transport employees federation warning of a large-scale agitation if private drivers are brought in. The employees body has urged the state and Union governments Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Karnataka HC lays down strict safety norms for Bengaluru PGs
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has issued a comprehensive set of directions for monitoring, regulating and inspecting paying guest (PG) accommodations in Bengaluru, stressing that safety norms must be strictly enforced to prevent large-scale loss of life in case of an accident. The directions were issued by a division bench headed by Justice Suraj Govindaraj Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Long queues and enthusiastic customers marked the first sale of Apple's iPhone 18 series in India on Friday with buyers turning up early at Apple stores in the national capital, Maharashtra and Karnataka to get their hands on the latest series. Sales of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max began at 8 am with a large number of customers arriving at Apple stores, including the outlets at Mumbai's BKC and Delhi's Select Citywalk. Speaking to IANS, excited buyers said they had pre-booked the devices and arrived at the stores according to their allotted slots. I have already booked online. We have a 9 am slot and have booked two phones, a customer waiting outside an Apple store told IANS. At a Delhi store, one customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro and had been using Apple's smartphones for years. I am very excited and am buying the iPhone 18 Pro. I buy a new iPhone every year. I have been using iPhones since 2009, starting with the iPhone 4, and have used all the variants so far, he said. Another Delhi customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro Max 512 GB for his daughter, who was unaware of the purchase. I have been using iPhones since 2008, starting with the iPhone 3G. This will be her first iPhone, and she is very excited. She does not know that I am buying it for her, so I think she will be surprised, he said. The first sale also drew buyers who travelled long distances to Mumbai. One customer said he travelled from Gujarat and reached the store at around 6 am after visiting Lalbaugcha Raja. I have booked the iPhone 18 Pro. It costs around Rs 1.64 lakh, he said, while highlighting features including a new camera shutter, a smaller Dynamic Island and the A20 processor. He also mentioned the new Cherry Red colour. Another buyer travelled from Surat and purchased both the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. I have come all the way from Surat. I bought both the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. My travel took around five to six hours. After reaching here, I waited for another six hours and spent around two and a half hours in the queue, he said. For the buyer, the first-day purchase was as much about the experience as the device itself. I have been emotionally connected with the iPhone for a long time. All iPhone users know that whether there is something new in the phone or not, getting the new phone on the first day matters, he said. I am very happy, absolutely happy, and 100 per cent satisfied. I have been waiting since 10 pm, he added. Moreover, actor Vicky Kaushal was also at the Apple Store in BKC as sales of the iPhone 18 series began in India. Similarly, in Bengaluru, customers also arrived early for the first sale. One Bengaluru buyer, who had been waiting since around 5:30 am, said improvements to the camera and AI features were among the reasons for his excitement. The camera quality is better... The AI feature is also new, and Siri is also better this time. So, I'm eagerly waiting to use it, he said. However, ahead of the opening of stores, long queues were also seen outside Apple's Select Citywalk store in Saket. One customer waiting to purchase the device said he needed several phones and had pre-ordered the iPhone 18 Pro Max. I need to buy 5-7 phones. I have come here to purchase the iPhone 18 Pro Max that I pre-ordered, he said. Another buyer from Karnataka said he reached the store around 6 am and was excited to discover that he was the first customer to open the new phone. I don't upgrade every year. I upgrade only when I feel it's worth it. I was using the iPhone 11, then the 13. Now I thought, after five years, it's definitely worth the upgrade, the customer said.
EOW Kashmir arrests fraudster in Rs 93 lakh land, property fraud case
Srinagar, Sep 18: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has arrested an alleged fraudster in connection with a Rs 93 lakh land and property cheating case, officials said. The accused, identified as Ghulam Mohi-Ud-Din Dar, son of Abdul Khaliq Dar and a resident of Jawalapora, Samson Budgam, was arrested in compliance with an order and warrant issued by the Court of Sub-Judge, Srinagar. According to the Crime Branch, Dar had been evading arrest for the past year and is allegedly involved in multiple criminal cases registered with Police Station EOW Kashmir/SCW Kashmir. The arrest is linked to FIR No. 17/2026, registered at Police Station EOW Kashmir under Sections 318(4), 338, 340 and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The case stems from a written complaint alleging that Dar, a land broker, cheated the victim of Rs 93 lakh in connivance with co-accused Soom Nath Koul, son of Kalash Nath Koul, a resident of Lotus Tower, Bangalore North, Karnataka, with links to Janipur, Jammu. Investigators said the accused allegedly offered to sell five kanals of migrant land in Drusu, Pulwama, along with 300 standing trees in Bijbehara, using forged agreements to facilitate the transactions. The Crime Branch further alleged that a bank account used to route the cheated money was opened on the same day the funds were transferred, allegedly for the purpose of executing the fraud. According to investigators, the accused duo allegedly targeted people by making false promises of selling migrant property while claiming to be its owners or authorised attorney holders. A Hue and Cry Notice remains in force against the absconding co-accused, Soom Nath Koul. Further investigation into the alleged fraud network and its operations is underway, the Crime Branch said.
ED searches seven locations in Jharkhand, Odisha in Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank scam case
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) Ranchi Zonal Office conducted search and seizure operations at seven locations in Jharkhand and Odisha in connection with its money laundering investigation into the alleged Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank scam, the agency said on Friday. The searches, carried out under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), were part of its ongoing probe into what it described as a large-scale fraud allegedly perpetrated against the bank's Seraikela branch. According to the ED, businessman Sanjay Kumar Dalmia allegedly carried out the fraud in connivance with then officials of the JSCB. The agencys search operation covers premises linked to the ongoing investigation into the alleged financial irregularities and suspected proceeds of crime arising from the case. ED, Ranchi, is conducting search and seizure action u/s 17 of PMLA in the case of the Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank Scam at a total of 7 locations in Jharkhand and Odisha, the agency statement said. The agencys latest action comes amid several ongoing investigations being handled by its Ranchi Zonal Office into alleged financial crimes and money laundering in Jharkhand. The ED is empowered under the PMLA to conduct searches and seize material relevant to its investigation. Further details regarding the material recovered during the searches were not immediately available. The ED had also conducted searches in several states in connection with its probe into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi in June this year. The agency had carried out simultaneous searches at four locations in Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Karnataka as part of its investigation into suspected money laundering and financial transactions allegedly linked to the case. The probe was connected to a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), according to officials. During those searches, ED teams examined documents, digital devices and other material relating to allegedly suspicious financial transactions. The agency was also examining whether illegal funding or money-laundering channels were used in the planning or execution of the attack. The petrol bomb attack took place on the night of June 16, when petrol bombs were hurled at the RSS provincial headquarters in Ranchis Nivaranpur area. The NIA registered a case in connection with the incident under RC-01/2026/NIA/RNC.
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